"September days have the warmth of summer in their briefer hours, but in their lengthening evenings a prophetic breath of autumn."
– Rowland E. Robinson
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For students, the most important school supply is a library card! With access to technology, innovative programming, and educational resources, a library card gives students of all ages the tools to succeed in school. Supercharge your learning with a Loomis Library card! |
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News Highlights
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We are open Thursdays 10-5! In September, we are ready and better than ever to serve you on Thursdays. Library Hours: Tu 1-7 pm, Wed - Sat 10 am - 5 pm.
- Covid-19 and the Delta Variant. As new cases of the Delta strain continue to rise throughout CA and in Placer County, we continue to monitor the outbreak data and are following all CDC and local health and safety guidelines. At this time, masks are encouraged for all persons over the age of two while inside the library.
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NEW: Get more from your HOOPLA Digital account! We have upgraded our HOOPLA digital subscription and you may check out six items per month instead of four.
- The Current Events Discussion Group is scheduled to resume on Thursdays, 1-3 pm. The first meeting of the semester is Thursday, September 9th. Join us for non-partisan discussion of national and international topics. Drop-in for the first meeting is encouraged. For more information, please contact the group moderator, Jerry Fuchs: JerryFuchs@ymail.com
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NEW: Spice Club 2.0. The Summer Reading Spice Club was so successful that we are going to offer Spice Club again with monthly meetings every second Tuesday. The First meeting is September 14th, 6-6:45 pm. Region: Algeria - Special Spice Blend. our guest chef, Kami Moulla. We will sample two featured dishes and discuss the special characteristics of Algerian cooking. Attendees will take home a curriculum kit with the featured recipes and a sample of the featured spice. Advanced registration is required. Please call 916-824-2905 to reserve your place.
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The library is hosting a nonpartisan Voter Registrations Drive from 1-7 pm. Stop by and make sure your voice is heard!
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Don't remember if you're registered to vote? Need to check what name you're registered under or what political party you're registered with? Check your registration status online at voterstatus.sos.ca.gov.
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Room of Requirement
"Libraries aren't just for books. They're often spaces that transform into what you need them to be: a classroom, a cyber café, a place to find answers, a quiet spot to be alone.
It's actually kind of magical."
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In the Harry Potter books, there's this place called the Room of Requirement also known as the Come and Go Room. It is a secret room within Hogwarts Castle, that only appears when a person is in great need of it.
The room transforms itself into whatever a person needs it to be at that moment in time. And because the Room of Requirement can turn into pretty much anything, it could be assumed that the room is always different for every user.
Ira Glass, host of the NPR show, This American Life, produced a program proposing that libraries are effectively –Rooms of Requirement in both the usual and unusual ways that they fulfill people's needs.
In the show, Annie Spence, a librarian from a suburban Detroit library perhaps said it best:
"I always say that it's the only place–well, it's one of the last places you can go that you don't have to buy or believe in anything to come in. You can just come, and we'll help you, no matter what your question is. We'll try to figure it out with you."
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At the Loomis Library & Community Learning Center, we are committed to being the special place you can come to when you need something–however unusual, and we will help you find the solutions you are looking for. We are constantly shape-shifting to accommodate the ever changing needs of our community. And the rewards are nothing short of magical!
~ Sarah Comstock
Community Engagement Librarian
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Wild Wanderers Workshop
Sat. Sept 11, 10:30-11:30 am
Watch out for plants that have a mind of their own about where they want to be – Thugs, Multipliers and Invasives. Warning: Don’t plant a pest!
ZOOM LINK
Passcode: garden
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Sat. Sept 25, 10:30 - 11:30 am
In this workshop you will learn about some of the origins of roses in America. You’ll become acquainted with the categories of roses for your landscape and learn that roses don’t have to be labor-intensive plants. You’ll learn to recognize some common pests and diseases associated with roses, and how you can safely manage them during different seasons of the year.
ZOOM LINK
Passcode: garden
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Preschool Storytime, Fridays 10:30 am |
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Join us for Preschool Storytime every Friday at 10:30 am. We will meet outdoors under the oaks–weather and air quality permitting. Bring a blanket and enjoy stories, singing, movement, finger plays, and more. Social distancing guidelines will be followed. Browse the library afterwards and bring home a take-and-make craft kit to extend the fun at home! |
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We look forward to seeing you! |
~ Sarah Comstock
Community Engagement Librarian
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Spotlight on Spanish Language Books!
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Are you looking for a book that can provide a fast and effective way to learn Spanish? Or are you looking to improve your basic Spanish language skills? Then check-out our Spanish Language books, ebooks, and audiobooks in the library or as downloads from HOOPLA digital resources! |
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Search for "Spanish Language" resources in the library catalog for this item and more from our collection. |
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We have bilingual children's stories and more in the library collection. Search for "Spanish Language" resources in the library catalog to view available selections from our collection. |
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Let the library come to you 24/7 with a HOOPLA Digital account. Go to HooplaDigital.com and look for the Loomis Library. You will need a Loomis Library card to sign up for an account.
Don't have a card?
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Hoopla has hundreds of books that you can download without using your monthly Hoopla borrows. Patrons of all reading tastes will find something to enjoy in Hoopla's extensive collection of audiobooks, eBooks, and comics. When it's time for a break from reading, kick back with some tunes! |
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Free | Confidential | Multilingual
Available 24/7
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Connect to resources for housing, food, transportation, healthcare, and more. Your source for non-emergency disaster information.
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Dial 2-1-1 or 1-833-DIAL211 | TTY: 1-844-521-6697
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Text your zip code to 898211 (your plan's text rates will apply)
- Online 211Placer.org
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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Reading Challenge! |
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Enjoy reading 1,000 books with your little ones! Log reading, earn badges, and unlock prizes along the way. Reading and storytelling with your child promotes brain development and imagination, teaches your child about language and emotions, and strengthens your relationship. Anytime is a good time for a book or story! Try to share at least one book or story each day.
Here’s how it works:
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Read to your child and log the books that you read. You can read anything you'd like, including books you have at home, from the library, or that you find online. You can borrow eBooks and downloadable audio books from our Hoopla site too!
- Earn badges for reading and logging the books you read. Prizes will be awarded at every 100 book milestone up to 1,000.
- Prizes can be picked up in the library or by using curbside delivery by appointment!
Ready, set, take the challenge! If you have questions about the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Challenge, please email us: collection@loomislibrary.org.
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Become a Member of the Friends of the Loomis Library! |
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Your Membership Contribution Supports Library Programs, Events, the Summer Reading Challenges, Book and Material Purchases, plus all the Little Extras that Mean so much!
Basic membership is only $15 a year or $25 for your whole family.
Higher levels are always welcome. All memberships are tax deductible per IRS 501(c)3 charitable rules.
Donations can be mailed to:
Friends of the Loomis Library
PO Box 610
Loomis, CA 95650
Thanks in advance! You are helping to support the library and our community for today and the future.
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Shop Amazon Smile and Support the Library - at no cost to you! |
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When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you'll find the exact same low prices, vast selection, and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to your favorite charitable organization- That's US!
Simply go to: Smile Amazon and select Friends of the Library Loomis as your recipient and then shop as you normally would!
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See what's happening on our social sites and stay connected! |
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